Taft ISD
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Taft ISD 2024 Bond Update
Concrete pour scheduled for 3/27 at the new HS site has been rescheduled to Tuesday (3/31) for Area 4D (cafeteria). Work will begin at 3 AM with heavy construction equipment and lights present in the early morning hours. Drone pics show where the foundation area has been prepared before this pour occurs.
At the baseball & softball fields, the foundation has been poured at the concession stand site and construction should continue as the restrooms and concession stand is built. Construction meetings continue to take place weekly to address any issues that may arise as the district moves through this process. #TPND
Thanks to our teachers and staff who participated in the Superintendent Advisory Committee meetings that past 2 days! We value your feedback and participation to brainstorm ways to improve our school district in all areas. Your time and commitment is very much appreciated at all levels! #TPND
Congratulations the Taft High School Greyhound Band who earned all Division 1 "Superior" ratings in their Concert & Sightreading contest at Sinton High School today to earn a trophy for their efforts! Combined with the Ricardo Trevion Jr. High performance yesterday, both bands earned 12 straight Division 1 ratings in their respective contests. Special thanks to the band directors, Robert Valdez, Maximus Valdez & Jason Palmore, for their work with these students to earn this awesome achievement! Way to go, Greyhound & Whippet Bands! #TPND
Staff on all campuses in the district were recognized for Perfect Attendance for the 4th Six Weeks! Thanks to these Taft ISD staff members who made it a point to show up every day for their students and colleagues. All staff members received a free lunch in their campus cafeteria on a day they choose. Just a small token to show our appreciation for your efforts! #TaftPride
Taft ISD 2024 Bond Update
Another concrete pour took place at the new site for the High School in Area 5 with prep already beginning for the next concrete pour as well. The next concrete pour will be on Friday, March 27th, for Area 4D (cafeteria area of the site plan). Workers will be on the site early in the morning with lights and heavy equipment to do the pour.
Prep on the foundation site for the concession stand at the baseball & softball field took place this week with another concrete pour at that site scheduled for Friday afternoon. Walls continue to go up on the new gym and locker room areas of the new high school. #TaftPride
Taft ISD Bond 2024 Update
The next section of the site plan (Area 5) continues to be prepped for foundation work. The concrete pour for this area will be on Friday, March 20th and begin in the early morning hours. There will be bright lights and heavy equipment at the site starting at approximately 3 AM so please be careful when you are driving near the construction site.
Walls are beginning to go up on the gym and locker room areas on the west side of the site. This work will continue and then interior work will begin once all of the walls have been erected. #TaftPride
The next section of the site plan (Area 5) continues to be prepped for foundation work. The concrete pour for this area will be on Friday, March 20th and begin in the early morning hours. There will be bright lights and heavy equipment at the site starting at approximately 3 AM so please be careful when you are driving near the construction site.
Walls are beginning to go up on the gym and locker room areas on the west side of the site. This work will continue and then interior work will begin once all of the walls have been erected. #TaftPride
Reminder that classes resume in Taft ISD on Monday, March 16th (tomorrow) at their regular times! We can't wait to see everyone and hope you enjoyed your spring break!
For the past 4 years, our district has used our staff development day before Spring Break to give our staff at all of our campuses and district a day collaborate with each other, recharge and hopefully get their minds ready for a week of relaxation. To address these mental health needs, we allow our staff to choose areas where they might feel comfortable to have a little fun.
Staff could choose to work/play in the Education Foundation golf tournament, go on a nature walk/hike at the beach or participate in Greyhound Camp sessions. Here are some pics from some of the activities that took place on Friday (see previous post for staff participating in golf tourney). We hope everyone enjoyed their day and wish all of our staff a relaxing Spring Break!
Staff could choose to work/play in the Education Foundation golf tournament, go on a nature walk/hike at the beach or participate in Greyhound Camp sessions. Here are some pics from some of the activities that took place on Friday (see previous post for staff participating in golf tourney). We hope everyone enjoyed their day and wish all of our staff a relaxing Spring Break!
No school for students on 3/5 and 3/6 due to staff development No school for students March 9-13 for spring break.
Taft ISD Food Pantry Food Distribution is scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 5:00 PM -7:00 PM in the PK (back) Loop at Woodroe Petty Elementary. The distribution is open to student families, staff, and community members.
Please contact Katy Ballesteros to schedule an appointment if you are unable to make this distribution window.
Taft ISD Bond 2024 Update
The second concrete pour took place on Feb. 23rd on the west side of the site where the new gym will be located. Sewer drainage continues to be installed around the site near the sidewalks. The remainder of the site plan continues to be prepped for foundation work and concrete pours to take place in the coming weeks.
Perimeter fencing has been completed around the baseball & softball fields and the entrance gates have been installed. The on deck circles are being moved closer to the home plate circle to prevent injuries. Foundation work for the concession stand is also taking place. #TaftPride
Taft ISD was represented with such pride as Ezra Maldonado finished in 5th place at the Coastal Bend Spelling Bee! There were over 70 students from ages 8-14 at this morning's contest. Congrats to this Petty Pup who definitely has a very bright future! #TaftPrideNeverDies
Taft Ultimate Impact Winterguard competed in their 2nd contest of the season at Edinburg Economedes HS Saturday afternoon! They had an outstanding performance and await results! #TaftPride
Come on Greyhound Nation! Let's support our girls basketball team as they prepare for the regional final! #TaftPride
Lady Greyhounds take Region Semifinal Championship with 35-34 win over SA Cole! Next up..Jourdanton. Go Lady Hounds! #TaftPride
Lady Greyhounds continue their run in the Region Semis versus SA Cole on Tuesday night in Seguin at 8 PM! Go Lady Hounds! #TaftPride
Lady Greyhounds take the Area Championship with a 63-21 victory over Santa Rosa. Next round is the regional semifinals against SA Cole. Go Lady Hounds! #TaftPride
We hope to see all of Greyhound Nation show up again to support our Lady Greyhounds in the Area Round! #TaftPride
Greyhound Baseball competes in the Three Rivers Tournament on 2-20 & 2-21! #TaftPride
Lady Greyhound Softball competes in the Woodsboro Tourney this week! #TaftPride
